Senior Lecturer in Advanced Manufacturing in Penrith

Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located in the heart of Australia’s fastest-growing, economically significant region. The University has 11 campuses in Sydney, as well as campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Surabaya, Indonesia, with plans for two campuses in India. With over 200,000 alumni, almost 50,000 students, and approximately 3,500 staff, the University promotes a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture focused on research and dedicated to student-centered excellence.

Our Schools teach an array of programs and degrees carefully structured to meet the demands of future industry. The University is ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide, with over 85% of its assessed research rated at ‘World Standard’ or above. In 2022, 2023, and 2024 the University was placed 1st worldwide and in Australia for its commitment to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals in the Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings.

Our core values - Boldness, Fairness, Integrity, and Excellence – serve as guiding principles for our organisational culture and influence the work we do. If you are a dedicated and forward-thinking professional seeking a career that can make a meaningful difference, we invite you to discover the abundant opportunities, innovation, and impact that await you at Western Sydney University.

Full-time Ongoing position based at Penrith Campus (Kingswood) with a salary range of A$173,950 to A$199,541 p.a. inclusive of Superannuation + Leave Loading.

The successful applicant will be expected to conduct world-leading and impactful research, and teach across a broad range of areas including advanced manufacturing, Industry 4.0, sustainable manufacturing, and related topics in mechanical and aerospace engineering, computer-aided engineering, and advanced engineering materials. Proven research experience in these areas and a strong track record of successful grant applications are essential.

The ideal candidate will be an outstanding researcher and educator with a history of impactful research, evidenced by publications in top journals and peer-reviewed conferences, and demonstrated excellence in teaching and learning in higher education.

Responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with colleagues within the School and across the University
• Designing curriculum
• Teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Supervising students
• Fostering links with external partners, including industry, government, and community
• Developing and delivering innovative interdisciplinary academic programs
• Leading student projects for national and international competitions
• Supervising projects addressing grand challenges
• Forming strategic interdisciplinary teams and securing research grants in collaboration with internal and external partners

The successful candidate will hold a PhD or equivalent in Advanced Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, or a closely related field. You will have significant experience and achievements in areas such as advanced manufacturing, sustainable manufacturing, mechanical engineering, materials engineering, advanced material processing technologies, or computer-aided engineering, an outstanding track record and international reputation for excellence in research and development, evidenced by peer-reviewed publications in high-profile journals, patents, Open Source developments, and strong national and international research collaborations.

You will demonstrate leadership in research, fostering a strong research culture, and developing research initiatives, with experience supervising research students at Honours or higher degree levels, and have a proven capacity to secure substantial research funding from various sources, including competitive government grants and industry partnerships. Additionally, you will exhibit proven leadership in curriculum development and program delivery in Advanced Manufacturing and Mechanical/Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Experience in successful interaction with industry or other external partners in research projects is essential, with industry experience in a related field being highly regarded.

Applicants should be aware that this role will be based at Penrith campus; however, as Western Sydney University is a multi-campus university, travel to other campuses may be required when operational needs arise.

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the screening questions in your application.

Closing Date: 8:30 pm on Tuesday 16 September 2025.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. You must provide evidence of your working rights in Australia at the time of application.